25-03-2021, 20:55
It transpires that the Austrians are not restricted at all and Scotland is facing a full strength Austria international side!
Steve Clarke finally deciding what team to field for tonight's crucial match and here it is:-
Scotland: Marshall, Hendry, Hanley, O'Donnell, Robertson, Tierney, McGinn, McTominay, Armstrong, Dykes, Christie.
One can immediately observe that Gallagher is dropped for Grant Hanley. I can only guess this move is based on current club form. Hendry becomes his CB partner but that choice has been made because Hendry is ranked as the best defender in Begian footie at the mo. I like the ploy of pairing Robertson and Tierney to attack Austria's right flank although I still fear Robertson's poor ability to defend properly in a Scotland shirt. Tierney may hopefully help him out as he has had a vg season with Arsenal after finally returning from injury. Armstrong and McTominay both playing well for their clubs, Southampton and Man U respectively, but McTominay being moved forward by Clarke to play a different mid role. IMO this has now become a tough match that we really must try to win - gotta start well and also win our home matches. Also beware of the last mins goal threat from them - they have form in that respect!
Steve Clarke finally deciding what team to field for tonight's crucial match and here it is:-
Scotland: Marshall, Hendry, Hanley, O'Donnell, Robertson, Tierney, McGinn, McTominay, Armstrong, Dykes, Christie.
One can immediately observe that Gallagher is dropped for Grant Hanley. I can only guess this move is based on current club form. Hendry becomes his CB partner but that choice has been made because Hendry is ranked as the best defender in Begian footie at the mo. I like the ploy of pairing Robertson and Tierney to attack Austria's right flank although I still fear Robertson's poor ability to defend properly in a Scotland shirt. Tierney may hopefully help him out as he has had a vg season with Arsenal after finally returning from injury. Armstrong and McTominay both playing well for their clubs, Southampton and Man U respectively, but McTominay being moved forward by Clarke to play a different mid role. IMO this has now become a tough match that we really must try to win - gotta start well and also win our home matches. Also beware of the last mins goal threat from them - they have form in that respect!